Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, December 04 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Yalelo is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Engineering Manager to lead and manage a team of skilled engineering professionals and, when necessary, third-party suppliers. The Engineering Manager will be responsible for ensuring optimal machinery and equipment performance by minimizing downtime and overseeing the delivery of capital projects that are technically sound and meet the required quality standards.
This role is based in Siavonga and is open to Zambian nationals only. If you are an ambitious and results-driven individual, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.

Key Responsibilities:
• Team Leadership: Manage and guide the Engineering team, ensuring efficient workflows and achieving department objectives
• Project Management: Serve as the Project Manager for multiple initiatives, including developing timelines, budgeting, coordinating team meetings, and ensuring adherence to project specifications, schedules, and costs
• Technical Oversight: Oversee and coordinate engineering functions and operations, ensuring technical accuracy in all work and projects
• Policy and Standards Implementation: Develop, implement, and maintain policies, procedures, and quality standards to enhance operational efficiency
• Contractor Assurance: Ensure all contractors are appropriately pre-qualified and compliant for the delivery of engineering assignments and projects
• Financial Management: Achieve financial goals by forecasting requirements, preparing operational budgets, monitoring expenditures, analyzing variances, and implementing corrective measures as needed

This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within a dynamic and growing organization.

Qualifications
The Essentials:
1. Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering (Master’s degree preferred)
2. Experience:
o At least 6 years of relevant work experience, including a minimum of 3 years managing a multidisciplinary engineering team
o Proven experience in managing large teams and overseeing projects
o Familiarity with working on the farm is advantageous but not mandatory
3. Professional Membership: Must be a registered member of the Engineering Institute of Zambia (essential)

The Engineering Manager Must Have:
• In-depth knowledge of engineering principles and design criteria
• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship management abilities
• Strong analytical skills with keen attention to detail
• Outstanding organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Proven supervisory and leadership expertise
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office or similar software; familiarity with Computer-Aided Design (CAD) is an added advantage

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

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